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name: web-research
description: Structured workflow for conducting thorough web research with source verification
version: 1.0.0
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# Web Research

When asked to research a topic, follow this workflow:

1. **Clarify scope** — Identify the key questions to answer. Break broad topics into 3-5 specific sub-questions.

2. **Search systematically** — Use `search_web` for each sub-question. Vary search terms (synonyms, specifics vs. broad) to avoid single-source bias.

3. **Verify claims** — Cross-reference facts across at least two independent sources before presenting them as established. Flag single-source claims explicitly.

4. **Synthesize** — Combine findings into a structured answer:
   - Lead with the direct answer
   - Support with evidence and sources
   - Note conflicting information or gaps

5. **Save to memory** — If the research is relevant to the user's ongoing interests, save key findings using `memory_update` for future reference.

## Anti-patterns to avoid
- Presenting search snippets verbatim without synthesis
- Treating the first result as authoritative
- Omitting source attribution
- Researching beyond the user's actual question scope
